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Buffalo Chicken Nachos

January 31, 2012 By admin 1 Comment

I had a craving for Buffalo Wing something so I started looking around for inspiration. I saw this and then this and decided to give it a try. I made Buffalo Chicken Nachos for Two. Of course, you can upsize for a crowd with the Super Bowl this coming weekend. In my college days we would go to TGIFriday’s and eat chicken wings along with other not super healthy food. I don’t have chicken wings very often these days but had a surplus of shredded chicken. It seemed like a good idea. It is a nice snack or light meal. [...]

Filed Under: Appetizer, Chicken, Recipes Tagged With: Appetizer, spicy, super bowl

Red Velvet Popovers

January 29, 2012 By admin 2 Comments

What happens when you marry two food favorites? In my case you get Red Velvet Popovers. My love affair with popovers started as a child at Buffum’s department store. I was inspired by Joy’s Hot Chocolate popovers and thought why not Red Velvet? These could make someone swoon on Valentine’s Day. Hot out of the oven they are stuffed with Hershey’s Mini Kisses and topped with a marshmallow. Served with the Marshmallow Cream Spread schmeered (is that a word) over the warm popover puts it over the top. The spread is a mixture of mascarpone cheese and marshmallow fluff. My [...]

Filed Under: Chocolate, Dessert, Recipes Tagged With: Popovers, red velvet, weight watchers

Green Chile Meyer Lemon Risotto

January 27, 2012 By admin Leave a Comment

I am always happy when I see Meyer Lemons return to the store. I am a lemon fiend but these are a notch above with a sweeter flavor. I traditionally make lemon risotto with them but decided to try a new take on my favorite recipe. I diced a green chile, several cloves of garlic and shallots. I placed them in a skillet over medium high heat and sauteed for a few minutes. I added the risotto and then a splash of chardonnay. I kept the risotto covered with chicken stock and stirred frequently. At the end I added Parmesan [...]

Filed Under: Recipes, Side Dish

Chicken Mole, Braised Chicken in Red Wine Sauce and More

January 23, 2012 By admin Leave a Comment

Did you have a nice weekend? I finally saw Wicked and loved it. When I was growing up I loved the Wizard of Oz but they always played it on Sunday nights. We had church on Sunday nights so there was only one course of action. Get sick! I don’t recommend it but I loved that movie. It has been awhile since I had been to the theater and rediscovered my love it. Is there anything you have lost touch with. It’s been awhile since I shared what I have been doing else and thought I would update you, in [...]

Filed Under: As Seen On Betty Crocker & Pillsbury

It’s All About the Bees and Honey Chipotle Chicken

January 22, 2012 By admin Leave a Comment

Last weekend at my niece Olivia’s party we learned how honey is made. It was so cool. Her grandfather has four boxes of bees that Fernando is harvesting. As I write this I am positive I should have taken better notes so I could share the whole process, but the pictures will have do. These pictures are by Leanna Creel of Creel Films. I wish I could give you a sample so that you could taste this beautiful honey. The honey is delicious and has a hint of eucalyptus. We learned the honey takes on the flavor of the [...]

Filed Under: Chicken, Main Course, Recipes

Cowgirl Party & Chocolate Cake Push Up Cakes

January 17, 2012 By admin Leave a Comment

Last weekend Olivia, my dear niece, celebrated her 8th birthday in Cowgirl Style. Her grandpa has horses, chickens and bees at house. What more do you need to celebrate? These cute hats became the starting point for colors. I created party printable using green checked paper with pink and black accents. The girls descended on Pa’s ready for adventure. He gave the girls safety instructions and they carefully listened. Olivia took the first ride with her grandpa. Her friends waited patiently for their turn. The girls decorated horseshoes with rhinestones and bows. My sister-in-law Joy created these adorable table settings. [...]

Filed Under: Cake, Chocolate, Dessert, Party Planning Tagged With: birthday, party printables, push pops

Raspberry Pineapple Protein Shake

January 16, 2012 By admin Leave a Comment

My morning routine is usually a protein drink. It starts me out with protein and fiber and lots of fruit. I find I have more energy and less cravings. Last summer I started using Arbonne’s Fit Kit and love the protein powder. I do sell it on the side too, in full disclosure. I lost 20 pounds last year on the program and continue to use it for maintenance. If you are interested in more info you can email me for more information. For this shake I used 1/2 cup raspberries and 1/2 cup pineapple. You can use blueberries, strawberries, [...]

Filed Under: Drinks, Recipes

One Important Goal You Can Make This Year: Family Meals

January 5, 2012 By admin Leave a Comment

When you think about setting goals do you consider one’s for your family meals? Family meals can be challenging when kids are young or they have grown into sometimes sulky teenagers. Life snowballs and with all the activities going on family meals easily slips away. One meal a day as a family can radically change your family. It is consistently listed, as one of the most important things is your children’s life. But I think it is just as important for adults. What would it look like if you set goals for 2012 around the family meal? What would you [...]

Filed Under: Community Table Tagged With: 2012, family meals, goals

Baked Coconut Chicken with Spicy Orange Sauce

January 2, 2012 By admin 2 Comments

Happy New Year! I hope your holidays were filled with special times with family and friends. By New Year’s day I am ready for healthy food. The sweets and rich food, even when you try to watch it, can get the best of you. I find my body starts craving healthy and fresh. Today, I made Baked Coconut Chicken with a Sweet and Spicy Orange Sauce. It is super easy to make and I think it a dish the kids will like too. Sorry about the not so great photo! These can be a meal or an appetizer at a [...]

Filed Under: Appetizer, Chicken, Low Cal, Recipes Tagged With: Chicken, low fat, weight watchers

Cranberry Dutch Baby

December 28, 2011 By admin 3 Comments

I hope your Christmas was wonderful. Mine was spent with family. Christmas morning is always at my brothers with my niece and nephews. I love seeing Christmas through their eyes. This week I have been reflecting on the past year and looking ahead. Have you heard of one word 2012? Last year I chose a word, it was fearless and became my theme for the year. I am pondering what this year’s will be. I made this Cranberry Oven Pancake this week. I had a bag of cranberries in my refrigerator. I saw this picture and had the idea to [...]

Filed Under: Breakfast, Christmas, Recipes Tagged With: dutch baby, pancake